Most evacuees return home as Semeru activity stabilizes, BNPB says
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) confirmed that by Friday afternoon, most residents who evacuated ...
BNPB supports relief and recovery efforts after Semeru eruption
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has pledged full support for emergency response and environmental ...
Human trafficking often linked to maladministration: Ombudsman
Indonesian Ombudsman Head Mokhammad Najih emphasized that human trafficking crimes can stem from maladministration in ...
Indonesian government raises research budget by 218 percent
The Indonesian government has increased the national research budget by 218 percent under President Prabowo ...
BNPB ensures emergency support after Mt. Semeru eruption
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has pledged full support for emergency response and environmental ...
U.S. denies ending South Africa G20 boycott
The White House said the U.S. ambassador would attend but only for a handover ceremony as the United States will next year host the summit
US Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Reject Myanmar Juntas Sham Election
A congressional committee warned that Myanmars planned polls will deepen instability and fuel China-linked crime networks running global scam hubs.
Japan's cabinet approves lavish stimulus as markets fret over Takaichi's fiscal policy
The size of additional government bond issuance to fund the stimulus package has still to be finalised, but is expected to be larger than the 6.69 trillion issued for last years stimulus, sources said
BGN asks ministry to help expand free meals program to pesantrens
The Indonesian National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has asked the Ministry of Religious Affairs to support the expansion of ...
Indonesia probes terror recruitment of children via online games
Indonesian National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo stated here on Friday that the police are currently ...
India's largest conglomerate stops Russian oil imports amid global pressure
The White House has welcomed the move by Reliance Industries, India's largest importer of Russian oil.
Men posing as India's central bank officials pull off $800,000 heist
Police say the gang robbed a van transporting cash between bank branches in Bengaluru city.
Indonesia targets 85 SEA Games golds as 996 athletes set for Thailand
Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir on Friday set an 85-gold target for Indonesia at the 2025 SEA Games in ...
Myanmars Transition to Federal Democracy Is Irreversible
The militarys loss of legitimacy and the emerging structures being built by the ethnic and Bamar resistance all point to one future: a federal Myanmar, says Khin Maung Win.
Jakarta school bombing: Suspect unfit for questioning, police say
Jakarta police said on Friday that the suspected perpetrator of the November 7 blast at public senior high school SMAN ...
West Papua first to roll out digital IDs for indigenous Papuans
West Papua has become the first of six provinces in Indonesias Papua region to roll out digital resident IDs ...
Mount Semeru records 45 eruption quakes, danger level stays at Warning
Mount Semeru, located on the border of Lumajang and Malang Districts, East Java, experienced 45 eruption earthquakes ...
Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch wins Miss Universe contest after host insult drama
Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch was ultimately crowned, chaos reigned from allegations of an insult to her intellect, to judges quitting and participants taking flops on and off the stage
Death toll rises to 41 in central Vietnam flooding, more heavy rain forecast
Rainfall exceeded 1,500 mm in several parts of central Vietnam over the past three days
Indonesia ensures full transport readiness for Christmas-New Year rush
Indonesias top infrastructure minister said on Friday the government has ensured full readiness of transport ...
Indonesia offers ferry discounts to boost Christmas-New Year travel
State-owned ferry operator PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry said on Friday it will offer discounts of up to 19 percent during ...
Minister outlines pilot projects to strengthen transmigration areas
Indonesias Transmigration Minister Muhammad Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagara announced plans to launch three pilot ...
Indonesia launches tourism outlook to guide 2025/2026 strategy
Indonesias Tourism Ministry on Thursday launched the Indonesia Tourism Outlook 2025/2026, a policy guide aimed ...
Fire at COP30 Brazil: 21 treated after smoke fills blue zone in Belm
The Brazilian Health Ministry said 21 people were treated after a fire broke out in the Blue Zone of the 30th UN ...
Indonesia's vice president heads to South Africa for G20 Summit
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka departed for Johannesburg on Friday to represent President Prabowo Subianto at ...
Papua govt stresses protection of customary land rights
The Papua Provincial Government has underscored the need to protect customary land rights as a source of identity, ...
Zelenskyy to meet Pentagon officials as U.S. plan emerges
The meeting will take place a day after Donald Trumps envoy Steve Witkoff skipped a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Turkey
ICG apprehends Bangladeshi boat with 28 crew members for illegal fishing in Indian waters
This is the fourth such apprehension in a week, highlighting the Coast Guards sustained efforts to curb illegal fishing and safeguard Indias maritime interests
Lawmaker urges protection for residents after Semeru eruption
Member of Commission VIII of the House of Representatives (DPR) Mahdalena urged the government to prioritize the safety ...
BNPB emphasizes need of pooling funds for disaster-prone areas
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) emphasized the importance of the Disaster Pooling Fund (PFB) as a new ...
President urges skilled Indonesians to compete globally: minister
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, said President Prabowo Subianto has called ...
Indonesia shortlists five names for national football team coach
The Indonesian Football Federation (PSSI) has announced that it is in the process of selecting a new head coach for the ...
Indonesia outlines 12.7 million ha forest recovery target at COP30
The Ministry of Forestry has reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to rehabilitating 12.7 million hectares of forest ...
Russian investor to explore pulp and paper cooperation: Danantara
CEO of Danantara Indonesia, Rosan Roeslani, says a Russian company has expressed interest in investing in ...
Police hunt two foreigners over extortion via illegal loan apps
The Cyber Crime Directorate of the National Police is tracking down two foreign nationals in a case of alleged threats, ...
Security forces in northwest Pakistan kill 23 TTP militants
The operations conducted on the reported presence of militants in the Kurram district were an expansion of operations started on November 19
Indonesia Hajj quota policy change hits thousands of Bogor pilgrims
Thousands of prospective Hajj pilgrims from Bogor District and Bogor City cannot depart in 2026 asa direct result ...
Prabowo meets Russia's Sistema Group to talk medicine, electric ships
President Prabowo Subianto received a visit from Russia's Sistema Group, accompanied by Russian Ambassador to ...
Curfew reimposed after fresh tension in southern Nepal district, at least 10 injured
The clashes in the district began on November 19, when the news of ousted Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Olis party leaders were heading to Simara to address an anti-government rally spread amongst Gen Z members
Indonesia to generate Rp6 trillion from gold export duty: Purbaya
Indonesian Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that the government aims to raise up to Rp6 trillion (around ...
Ministry pushes for digital transformation in higher education
Director General of Research and Development at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology ...
Myanmar Shadow Governments Crypto Soars After MEXC Exchange Listing
More listings of the resistance-funding SDB tokens are expected on major crypto exchanges in the near future, the alternative bank says.
Ministry strengthens research, education partnership with UK
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek) is seeking to strengthen research and ...
Myanmar Junta Suffers Heavy Losses as Rakhine Counteroffensive Intensifies
Escalating battles near Kyaukphyu, home to Chinese megaprojects, have forced tens of thousands to flee.
Indonesia's seaweed sector draws strong investor interest: official
Investors showed strong interest in Indonesia's seaweed sector during an investment and business matching event on ...
US approves $93m arms sale to India as trade tensions ease
It comes after Trump and Modi's meeting in February in which they committed to boost defence ties.
Indonesia steps up village development for equitable economy
The Indonesian government has accorded greater priority to initiatives aimed at developing and empowering villages in a ...
Semeru eruption triggers mass climber evacuation as danger intensifies
The National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) is facilitating the evacuation of climbers from Mount Semeru in ...
Mt. Semeru eruption: East Java sends personnel, logistics for evacuees
East Javas Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) has deployed personnel and logistics to assist evacuees ...
Indonesia boosts efforts to protect children from online threats
Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid reaffirmed the governments commitment to safeguarding ...
Mt. Semeru eruption: East Java sends aid, urges residents to evacuate
East Java's disaster agency has deployed personnel and delivered logistics to support evacuees after Mount Semeru ...
Taang Rebels Accused of Betrayal for Handing Over Mogoke and Mongmit to Regime
Local residents and allies say the decision to hand over the Mandalay and northern Shan townships to the junta was not the TNLAs to make.
Indonesia pushes fun math and coding to build 21st-century skills
The Primary and Secondary Education Ministry has called on teachers to prepare students with 21st-century competencies ...
Indonesia prioritizes major renovation of Islamic boarding schools
The government is prioritizing the renovation and reconstruction of Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) in the initial ...
Jayapura Hospital reopens JKN services after new BPJS agreement
The Jayapura Central General Hospital (RSUP) has officially reopened services for National Health Insurance (JKN) ...
Minister emphasizes cross collaboration for equitable economy
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar highlighted that cross-sector collaboration is ...
Indonesia moves to ban online thrifting, targets illegal imports
Minister of Communication and Digital Meutya Hafid expressed support for the ban on the sale of used clothing, or ...
Ministry urges stronger family communication amid rising violence
The Womens Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry has highlighted a rise in reports of violence against ...
Gov't improving teacher competence to suppress bullying in schools
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Muti affirmed that the government is improving regulations to ...
Gov't urges communication skills to create healthy digital environment
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs advised the public to create a healthy digital environment by having ...
Nitish Kumar returns as chief minister after sweeping Bihar polls
Nitish Kumars party and its allies, which includes PM Narendra Modis BJP, won 202 out of 243 seats.
Jakarta needs 27 hospitals ready to handle stroke patients
The Jakarta Provincial Government requires 27 Stroke Ready Hospitals (SRH) to strengthen efforts to address one of the ...
BKN moves to enhance Indonesia's civil service governance
The National Civil Service Agency (BKN) has taken concrete steps to strengthen the governance of Indonesia's civil ...
Indonesia warns Cloudflare over 76 percent online gambling site use
The Ministry of Communication and Digital urged the internet infrastructure service provider, Cloudflare, to cooperate ...
Mount Semeru eruption: All climbers safe as evacuation continues
Climbers trapped on a hiking trail during Mount Semeru's eruption in Lumajang, East Java, on Wednesday are safe and ...
U.S. army secretary set to meet with Zelenskyy to help with Ukraine peace talks, officials say
No Ukrainian official mentioned any discussion about renewing peace negotiations with Russia
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Trump's White House tried to slow-walk a vote on the Epstein files. It failed
White House aides ramped up their outreach to Senate leadership for amendments to the House bill, including redactions to protect victims, as a final effort to influence the measure
Indonesia's Pertamina unveils 724 million-barrel breakthrough in Rokan
Indonesia's state-owned oil company PT Pertamina (Persero) has discovered potential unconventional oil and gas ...
-Xsolla, a leading global video game commerce company, announces the release ofGamesBeatslatest ...
U.S. authorises export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE
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Klimt portrait becomes second most expensive artwork sold at auction
Salvator Mundi, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, remains most expensive painting ever sold at auction; Italian provocateur Maurizio Cattelans solid gold toilet go for $12.1 million
Doval will host his counterparts from Maldives, Mauritius, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Colombo Security Conclave, the Ministry of External Affairs said in an announcement
Ministry seeks emergence of community-based daycares in regions
The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection is encouraging the establishment of community-based, ...
Bangladesh EC registers NCP as political party, allots Shapla Koli symbol
The EC has registered NCP as a political party until further orders, the State-run BSS news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the notification.
Semeru Eruption: 300 residents evacuated so far, BNPB confirms
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reported that as of Wednesday night, 300 residents in Lumajang District, ...
Louvre to set up new cameras and anti-intrusion systems after stunning crown jewels heist
The cameras some 100 of them will be up and running by the end of next year, while anti-intrusion systems will start to be put in place within two weeks, Louvre director Laurence des Cars said
Whats Behind Indias Political Rapprochement With the Taliban?
A path toward recognition or an instrument of influence?
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers quits OpenAI board after release of Epstein emails
Larry has decided to resign from the OpenAI Board of Directors, and we respect his decision, the board said in a statement
Indonesia, New Zealand sign LoI to enhance carbon governance
Indonesian Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with the Minister of Climate ...
Indonesia launches aren-based bioethanol pilot plant in West Java
Indonesia inaugurated a pilot plant producing bioethanol from aren palm in Kamojang, Bandung District, West Java, ...
Karen National Union Expels Ex-Leader for Engaging With Myanmar Junta
Saw Mutu Say Poe and fellow senior member Saw Shwe Moung kicked out after attending last months National Ceasefire Agreement anniversary.
Myanmar Junta Accuses US of Hidden Agenda in Anti-Scam Crackdown
Regime spokesman Zaw Min Tun appeared to reject cooperation with Washington as the junta aligns with China-led initiatives to target scam hubs.
Indonesia to partner with Malaysia for Islamic-Malay culture
Indonesia is set to collaborate with Malaysia to hold an Islamic-Malay cultural festival, aiming to highlight its rich ...
Four former SEA Games medalists return to Indonesia boxing team
Indonesia will send 12 boxers, including four former SEA Games medalists, to compete at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, ...
Prabowo inaugurates five transport projects worth nearly Rp2 trillion
President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated five transportation infrastructures across four provinces, with total ...
D-8 establishes new bridge for connecting, formulating economic routes
West Jakarta and the author of the book Katulistiwa *The views and opinions expressed on this page are those of the ...
Dy Minister warns farmland loss threatens food security
Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono stressed the need to protect agricultural land as a key pillar of national food ...
Investment in Bandung surpasses 2025 target, reaches Rp10.16 trillion
Investment in Bandung, West Java, reached Rp10.16 trillion by the third quarter of 2025, exceeding the citys ...
